2008 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 372 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
